What Are The 5G Frequency Bands
- , by Stephanie Burrell
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The 5G frequency bands include:
1. Low-band spectrum: Frequencies below 1 GHz, providing extensive coverage and better penetration through buildings, but with limited capacity for high-speed data transfer.
2. Mid-band spectrum: Frequencies between 1 GHz and 6 GHz, offering a balance between coverage and capacity, suitable for urban and suburban areas.
3. High-band spectrum (mmWave): Frequencies above 24 GHz, delivering ultra-fast data speeds and low latency, but with limited coverage and poor penetration through obstacles.
4. Sub-6 GHz spectrum: Frequencies below 6 GHz, combining aspects of low-band and mid-band spectrum to provide a mix of coverage and capacity.
5. C-band spectrum: Frequencies around 3.7-4.2 GHz, considered ideal for striking a balance between coverage and capacity, making it a popular choice for 5G deployment globally.